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Enjoy a free cupcake at the famous House of Cupcakes on Witherspoon Street. The new location has an expanded menu and seating available. Space is limited. Please e-mail Matt (mremilla@princeton) to sign up...

Join us for a docent-led tour of our own Art Museum’s December exhibition. The Princeton University Art Museum is home to one of the world’s largest university collections. The tour will feature a highlight of works from the museum’s permanent...

Meet at Cafe Vienna on Nassau Street for coffee at 2 pm before walking over to Westminster Choir College for a 3pm Piano recital by Ana Maria Bottazzi. Ana Maria Bottazzi is an inspiring pianist. Her many performances include 17 solo recitals at...

The goal of our initiative is to offer high-quality pro-bono consulting advice to organizations in the nearby Central New Jersey Area on specific issues or problems that they need to address so as to move...

Learn how to make the most of your graduate student years by taking charge of your finances. Hosted by Howard-Martin Capital Group, an investment management and financial planning firm in New Jersey. Selected topics will include: The value in...

So what if it’s Friday the 13th?! Stop by to try some hand-made decor for your desk or make a special gift for this Valentines'! Share your favorite design with the group or bring a computer and we will learn together. Origami paper will be...

"Flock of Dodos" is a documentary feature film written and directed by Randy Olson. The movie captures the tension in the summer of 2005 when the Kansas School Board was taken over by a majority of members supporting the teaching of "intelligent...

Did you have a New Year’s resolutions to get in better shape? Wondering how you are doing? Back by popular demand, have professional fitness staff assess your muscular strength, body composition (body fat), and flexibility. The event is free...

“Everybody get up… it’s time to slam now!” Once the coolest movie ever, to a certain fraction of the population, Space Jam is back! Come re-live the 90s with a special showing of this unique fusion of cultures: Looney Tunes meets the NBA. ...

Stop by, drop in, or stay for the whole time. We can talk about writing goals, strategies for writing more, and other best practices. Get some writing done in a relaxing environment in Campus Club. Light snacks will be provided. Sam is a Writing...

The UA Market Fair has closed, so come see Jupiter Ascending at the Regal Movie Theater in North Brunswick! Movie tickets are only $8. Drivers are needed and will receive a reduced rate for transporting other grad students. Spouses and partners...

The new semester is just beginning! Whether or not you’re teaching this semester you may be wondering how to find balance between teaching, research, and the rest of your life, and you may have questions about how to prepare for demands of...

For just $15, you can get all-you-can-eat sushi at Masa Sushi in Princeton! Space is limited and drivers are needed. Due to its popularity, 24 hours notice for cancellations is required. Spouses and partners welcome. To sign up, please contact...

Do you have a shopping craving but don’t want to spend a ton? Come take advantage of the countless bargains just a block from campus at the annual YWCA Flea Market! Load up on unique trinkets, or just browse the stands. Admission fee will be...

Back by popular demand! Enjoy pizza for dinner, hear some game strategy from an Assistant Coach of Men’s Basketball and then watch the team take on Harvard at 6pm! Both pizza and game are free. Bring the kids to this family-friendly event. ...

America’s own Buddy Holly, another legend who changed the face of popular music, is often cited as the single most influential creative force in early rock n’ roll who paved the way for the next generation of legends (including...

Join us for a series of three interactive programs that will help you enhance your communication skills for your career and professional development. Relationship building: Jan. 26, 3:30 to 5 p.m.; Informational interviewing: Jan. 28, 3:30 to 5...

Looking for creative ways to keep up that new year's resolution to stay fit? Take a break from the gym and come try Swing Yoga! Just hang in there (literally) and relax before the start of another crazy week! No experience necessary. Event cost...

Ever feel that as a graduate student, your interactions with undergraduates on campus are limited to formal precept hours? Come spend some time over an informal dinner to mingle with undergraduate students and show them that graduate students...

Did you know that all this cold and ice was a vital part of rural New Jersey’s economy back in the day? Come learn about it first-hand while helping to cut, chop, and shave ice, and make ice cream at Hopewell Living History Farm, a functioning...

Join fellow graduate students for a visit to the Trenton Farmer's Market, departing from campus at 10 am on Saturday, January 24 and returning to campus around noon. Pick up fresh produce, specialty cheeses, or enjoy brunch at the food court....

Join fellow graduate students in a social hour at Winberies in Palmer Square on Wednesday, January 21. Bottles of wine will be purchased in limited quantities during the hour; however any guests are welcome to purchase additional snacks or...

Come for 2 hours of ice skating at Iceland in Hamilton, NJ. Skating time and rentals will be subsidized (pricing depends on group size). Drivers are needed! For more information and to signup, please email Matt at...

To stay above the water, Sizwe Banzi might just have to put himself below the ground. Sizwe Banzi Is Dead, a critically acclaimed production by South Africa's greatest playwright, tells the tale striking tale of heroism and perseverance in...

Eating wild in Alaska is both a delicious and sustainable proposition. Join us for a sumptuous celebration of the bounty of the Last Frontier. The menu will feature silver salmon caught on the Little Susitna River and caribou hunted on Adak...

Universities depend on the ethical academic and research behavior of their faculty, staff and students to achieve their mission. The Graduate School expects all graduate students to hold themselves to the highest standards of academic...

Do you wish there was some use to all the ice that comes with a New Jersey winter? Well here’s an opportunity to see it become works of art! Come visit the Grounds for Sculpture, a vast outdoor sculpture garden and see artists use chisels and...

In this workshop, you will learn simple and effective stress reduction techniques based on the practice of mindfulness meditation. Mindfulness is a meditative process that quiets the mind and releases physical distress. It can enable you to...

Does the holiday season leave you wanting to give more than just presents? Join us for an afternoon of volunteering with the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen (TASK) is a private, non-sectarian, charitable organization that depends almost entirely on...

Looking for some relaxing indoor fun to combat the December chill? Celebrate the holiday season by decorating cookies while watching the movie “Elf”—a favorite of adults and kids alike. Cookies and decorating supplies will be provided. This is a...

Join us for a docent-led tour of our own Art Museum’s December exhibition. The Princeton University Art Museum is home to one of the world’s largest university collections. The tour will feature a highlight of works from the museum’s permanent...

Join fellow needle-crafters for an hour of company and crafting, whether you're working on something warm for yourself or rushing to finish a holiday gift. The Murray-Dodge cafe is a great place to knit, meet new friends, and enjoy the free...

Did you know that the NJ Governor’s Mansion is right down the street from campus? Come see the Governor’s House all decorated for the holidays! Enjoy its “Fantasy through the Arts” theme through a self-guided tour. Space is limited and...

When difficulties arise, it is important for family members to remain composed, positive, and dedicated to working together. Whether we live with family or are thousands of miles away, the practice of mindfulness meditation can help us to grow...

Today, nearly half of all business transactions are conducted at the dining table; and there is no better, or possibly worse place, to make an impression than at the table. Negotiating the minefield of place settings, table manners, and...

Did you know there's an international society dedicated to hiding and searching out cleverly disguised treasure chests? You've probably walked within feet of one without realizing it. There are dozens in Princeton alone. All you need to find...

Come out for a fun-filled Saturday at the Rockville climbing center (Hamilton) to enjoy safe, unlimited indoor rock climbing! Wear comfortable clothing and sneakers. Cost of a day pass is subsidized by the Graduate School (by $8) and will hence...

Celebrate the season with McCarter's critically acclaimed production of Charles Dickens' classic holiday tale, A Christmas Carol. Join Ebenezer Scrooge on his magical journey through Christmas past, present, and future, and experience the show...

This session will allow graduate students to come together and discuss the content and issues that are addressed in the online Not Anymore – Sexual Assault Prevent Training program that will be rolled out to the graduate student population this...

Join us for an English Conversation Group--- an opportunity to practice speaking English in a casual setting. Feedback from an English Language Program instructor will be available to the group. If there is sufficient interest in the...

Enjoy the company of fellow graduate students over a meal at Procter Hall. Every regularly enrolled graduate student not living in the GC gets 6 free meals at Procter Hall this semester -- this is a great way to use one of them! RSVP to Sam at...

The Theory of Everything tells the true story of Stephen Hawking and Jane Wilde, respectively one of the greatest minds of our generation and the person whose courage enabled him to take on a life-shattering diagnosis. This critically-...

Come learn the ancient art of beer making in a modern high-tech facility, Princeton’s one and only Triumph Brewery. The head brew master will lead us on a 45-minute tour of the facility followed by guided samplings of their wide selection of...

Living with stress and uncertainty can be physically and psychologically taxing. In this workshop, talk with CPS counselors and your fellow graduate students about the challenges of grad life, balancing “should-do”s and “want-to-do”s, and how...

Stars, and planets, and galaxies! Oh my! Come observe the night sky with Princeton’s department of Astrophysical Sciences! They’re opening up Peyton Observatory for an open house in which you can look through a 12” Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope...

Living with stress and uncertainty can be physically and psychologically taxing. In this workshop, talk with CPS counselors and your fellow graduate students about the challenges of grad life, balancing “should-do”s and “want-to-do”s, and how...

For only $10, relive your youth by playing 4 games of classic 90's laser tag! Space is limited and drivers are needed. There is a $15 charge for no-shows/cancellations if no replacement can be found. To sign-up, email Matt at...

Join fellow needlecrafters from 3:30 - 5:30 on Thursday, November 13. Bring your current craft project, meet fellow knitters or crochet-ers, and enjoy a relaxing evening of good company. Meet at the cafe at Murray Dodge and contact Sam...

Enjoy a tasty crepe at the new Jammin' Crepes location on Nassau Street! Jammin' Crepes offers sweet and savory crepes made with local ingredients. Orders will be partially subsidized. Space is limited. To sign-up, email Matt at...

Shifting our way of thinking can improve our lives. Through the practice of mindfulness, people can view a situation in a completely different way and figure out ways to solve problems. Research suggests that we can train our minds to not sweat...

Want to volunteer but don’t know where to start? We have you covered. Hear from Pace Center staff about various ways to engage in short-term, long-term or one-time volunteering opportunities. And learn more about how civic engagement can...

Information sessions will be conducted by the director of graduate studies and will include a forty-five minute overview of the Department of Religion's graduate program with time for Q&A. After the general overview, prospective graduate...

Too cold for an outdoorsy Sunday already? You can still take a break from work - come out to campus club for an afternoon of board games and meet some new people! For more information, contact Sneha Rath at ...

The 6th Annual Tiger Trot for Hunger is a 5K walk or run around campus that occurs every year as a food drive for the Crisis Ministry of Princeton. Be fit, have some fun and support a great cause by joining our graduate student team! Spouses...

Have you been craving sauerbraten, pierogies, or wiener schnitzel? Dreaming of kielbasa and cabbage? Or, are you just interested in trying some delicious German/Polish food? Come join us for dinner at the Blue Danube (an Eastern European...

The reality is that over 70% of all job seekers will learn about an opportunity and land a job through a connection made via an informal conversation (aka: networking). Learn more about the resources available such as the TigerNet Alumni...

Join Amy Pszczolkowski, Graduate Student Career Counselor, and Dima Gorenshteyn, Graduate Student in QCB, for an interactive workshop on deconstructing the resume. We'll help you build the skills necessary to compose a great resume. Please bring...

Explore the campus pottery studio with a small group of graduate students. On Monday November 3, come create your own slab-built mug at the Ceramics Studio located in Butler College from 3-5 pm. The Graduate School is subsidizing the event, with...

Mount Tammany is one of the most popular hikes in NJ, and for good reason! The moderate-to-strenuous trail climbs 1250ft (380m) over just 1.5mi (2.4km) to a fantastic overlook of the Delaware Water Gap. Bring a small lunch or snack to eat on...

The ASF offers fellowships (up to $23,000) and grants (up to $5,000) to students to pursue research, study or creative arts projects in one or more Scandinavian countries for up to one year. Awards are made in all fields of study. Applicants...

Are you considering alt-ac career options? Come learn from graduate alumni and other administrators about the many career paths in higher ed administration across various universities and colleges in the region. We will have brief introductions...

Come meet and mingle with other graduate students at Winberies at 1 Palmer Square at 7 pm on Wednesday, October 22. Bottles of wine courtesy of the graduate school, while supplies last. RSVP to Sam Jaroszewski at...

Deborah Prentice, Dean of the Faculty and Alexander Stewart 1886 Professor of Psychology & Public Affairs, will present on the topic of women in the academy. In her talk, Professor Prentice will share her views regarding women in the academy...

Lets welcome the Halloween season with some pumpkin carving! Supplies & sample designs will be available. This event is free & open to all graduate students, their spouses & children. To ensure we have enough pumpkins, please RSVP...

If the beauty of fall colors inspires your inner artist, come try your hand at painting! Colors & paper will be provided; winners will receive a small gift. Combined with this will be held a clothes exchange: want to get rid of some summer...

We sometimes say very critical, harsh things about ourselves, especially when we compare ourselves to others in competitive environments like Princeton. Negative self-talk can contribute to stress, anxiety, and self-doubt, and actually decrease...

Haven't had Nomad Pizza? Nomad Pizza is one of the most famous around! Come share a meal with fellow graduate students (pizza will be partially subsidized). Space is limited and drivers are needed. For more information and to sign-up, email Matt...

Boren Fellowships provide up to $30,000 to U.S. graduate students to add an important international and language component to their graduate education through specialization in area study, language study, or increased language proficiency. Boren...

Information sessions will be conducted by the Director of Graduate Studies and will include a forty-five minute overview of the Department of Religion's graduate program and time for Q&As. After the general overview, prospective graduate...

If the crisp fall air has you craving hot apple cider and fresh apple pie, this is the event for you! Come take part in a New Jersey fall tradition of picking apples straight from the orchard. Stock up on apples to use for all sorts of tasty...

Worn out by the stresses of exams, failed research ideas, or meeting your advisor’s expectations? Spend time with fellow grad students relaxing in a hot cedar wood soaking tub outside a Japanese-style Zen spa garden and a wood burning sauna to...

Feeling nostalgic for the soccer-filled days of summer? Missing the excitement of cheering for teams in the world cup? Well, here is your chance to take in some more cleat-stompin’ action: come and support the Princeton Tigers as they take on...

Take a break from studying or research and come out to socialize with other grad students over samplings of home-made Vietnamese food. Sign-up is required and space is limited. For more information and to sign up, please contact Loan at...

The academic year is still young, but if you’re teaching you may be tired already…and yet you may also feel energized by the enthusiasm and new questions coming from your students. Whether or not you’re teaching this semester you may be...

Bring a bagged lunch and chat with your fellow graduate students about the tech tips, tricks and tools to make the most of your semester. Meet in Wallace 190, Friday October 3rd from 12:30-1:30. Contact Sam Jaroszewski at...

Ever wondered why America's waistline seems to be ever expanding? Join us for a special screening of the critically acclaimed documentary Fed Up, a film from executive producers Laurie David and Katie Couric. This screening is a one-time event...

This session presents an overview of the SSRC’s Mellon IDRF (International Dissertation Research Fellowship) and DPDF (Dissertation Proposal Development Fellowship) programs. A representative from the Social...

The Fulbright-Clinton Fellowship provides opportunities for U.S. citizens to serve in professional placements in a foreign government ministry or institution in partner governments. Fulbright-Clinton Fellows build mutual understanding and...

Most of us multi-task, feel pressured, stressed, and unable to concentrate. We rush through activities without paying attention, eat without noticing, and listen to others without really hearing them. One antidote is to practice mindfulness....

In this lunch-hour discussion attended by graduate students only, brand-new assistant professors at Princeton in literature will talk about their experiences of the Year of Rejection, otherwise known as looking for a tenure-track professorial...

The open access movement began in the 1990s and has since been adopted by an increasing number of funding agencies, academic institutions, publishers, and individual researchers. If you haven't encountered open access yet, you probably will at...

About the Symposium

Publishing and Prospering in the Academy is a symposium designed to engage those interested in learning about the process of taking a project, or dissertation, to a book manuscript and eventually publication. Those...

Come join us for sandwiches, snacks, and drinks, and get to know your neighbors! Bring a towel or blanket to sit on and join our picnic. If you’d like, show your school pride by wearing a shirt from one of your past schools. We’ll see how...

Come join us for sandwiches, snacks, and drinks, while getting to know your neighbors! Bring a towel or blanket to sit on and join our picnic. If you’d like, show your school pride by wearing a shirt from one of your past schools. We’ll see...

Start your graduate years off on the right foot with an individual development plan. You may have a vague sense of what the next five or six years might look like for you as a graduate student. Why not create a more intentional plan of how you...

Come join us for sandwiches, snacks, and drinks and get to know your neighbors! Bring a towel or blanket to sit on and join our picnic. If you’d like, show your school pride by wearing a shirt from one of your past schools. We’ll see how many...

As the academic year begins to take shape you may have questions about how to meld your various identities (racial, gender, socioeconomic, etc.) with that of being a Princetonian. This session will be your opportunity to ask questions and get...

Rising seniors, graduate students, or recent alumni who are planning to submit an application for the Fulbright Program for U.S. students will want to attend this session. Judith Swan of the Princeton Writing Program will lead this workshop...

The Academic Affairs and Diversity team of the Graduate School is hosting its annual Welcome Reception on September 11, from 5-7 p.m. in the Lounge at Richardson Auditorium. The purpose of the reception is to provide a place for students,...

Do you want to nail your first interview? Are you nervous about making mistakes because you have spent the last 6+ years as a graduate student and postdoc and never had to conduct a real interview? Then join Dr. Tom Magaldi of the New York...

This is the first function required of all students; it involves the review and confirmation of addresses and other demographic information. The Office of Finance and Treasury cannot issue stipend checks, the Registrar's Office cannot certify...

Join us for ice cream and socializing at The Bent Spoon. This event is open to Princeton University Graduate students as well as their spouses, partners and children. One free ice cream for each participant, but only while supplies last—...

Join John Weeren, director of PrincetonWrites, and Amy Pszczolkowski, graduate student career counselor, in a safe and supportive environment to build upon your public speaking skills. In this fun and interactive session, everyone will...

Unwind from the day with an authentic Vietnamese meal at Pho 99, just 15 minutes from Princeton. The meal will be partially subsidized for graduate students. Transportation will be arranged by carpool. Please RSVP to Loan at...

Are you expecting a baby? Has your child grown out of everything? Or do you have clothing and gear that you no longer need and don’t know what to do with? Come to our “Take it or Leave it” event. If you are a graduate student or post doc...

Come for an all you can eat lunch at Masa Sushi! The lunch will be partially subsidized. We'll meet at Masa Sushi in Princeton for 11:30 AM. Drivers are needed. For more information and to sign up, please email Matt at...

For only $8, come see Marvel's latest comic book blockbuster! Tickets will be valid at the UA Market Fair Cinemas. Graduate students are responsible for their own transportation to and from the movie theater. For more information and to sign up...

Come enjoy a movie with your fellow grad students! The movie and exact time will be announced closer to the date but we will probably see a 7/7:30-ish showing. Spots are limited and sign-up is required. Selection will occur via random...

Through vignettes, Professor Carter will relay her experiences being a woman in science, from high school to the present day, and why it is so important for women to be in science (contributing to new knowledge and changing the culture)...